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RNIB Connect

RNIB Connect Radio

RNIB Connect Radio is the UK radio station for blind and partially sighted people to find out what is happening in the community. You can also contribute and share your stories by emailing radio@rnib.org.uk. Get involved and join the conversation. Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Conversations - Blind and partially sighted people speaking about a wide range of topics. Read On - The Audiobook show all about accessible reading. Tech Talk - Technology for blind and partially

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S1 Ep640: RNIB NI Technology Fair Returns For 2025

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/20

The RNIB NI Technology Fair is returning for 2025. Dave Williams from Tech Talk has been finding out all about what to expect from this year’s event. For more information, visit the RNIB website - Come to the RNIB NI Technology Fair 2025 | RNIB

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6:57

S2 Ep915: Strictly Inspires Deborah To Return To Dance

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/20

Chris McCausland’s appearance on Strictly Come Dancing encouraged dance lover Deborah to look for accessible classes and she’s fallen back in love with dance. Amelia learned more about when her love of dancing began and her current lessons with Step Change Studios. Learn more about Step Change Studios on their website www.stepchangestudios.com/

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7:48

S2 Ep914: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 18/01/25

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/18

Each week we sit down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity.This week Matt began by talking about the new RNIB online shop and the improvements that have been made to make the shop even more accessible and user friendly. Then to two up-coming RNIB in person workshops enabling blind and partially sighted people who find it difficult filling in online forms to provide feedback and comment on the NHS 10 Year Health Plan and a

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8:26

S2 Ep916: Jan Harrison Support from NESS and RNIB

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/17

Our David Hogg speaks to Jan Harrison about her sight loss journey and the support she received from North East Sensory Service and RNIB’s Counselling team. For more information on the counselling services offered by RNIB then call the helpline on 0303 123 99 99 Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

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6:45

S2 Ep905: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - The Snowman, AD...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/17

RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. This week continuing the theme of winter tales Vidar was reviewing The Snowman as the production returned home to the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with description by professional Audio Describer Carolyn Smith. About The Snowman The Birmingham

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7:59

S2 Ep913: RNIB Connect Voices Round Up 22 January 2025

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/16

The return of RNIB Connect Voices opportunities to RNIB Connect Radio with Amrit Dhaliwal who is just coming up to the end of her internship with the RNIB Research and Insight Team.RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey firstly asked Amrit about her internship with the RNIB, an outline of the skills and experiences she has gained during her time with the RNIB and the benefits of taking up an internship in helping to start your career journey or helping you when returning to employment after a

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4:40

S2 Ep912: Bron Afon Community Housing Becomes A...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/16

Becoming a ‘Visibly Better Employer’ helps businesses to widen their talent pool and increase opportunities for blind and partially sighted workers. Hywel Davies has been speaking to Bron Afon Community Housing, one of the latest employers to take part in the scheme. To learn more about becoming a Visibly Better Employer, visit the RNIB website - Visibly better employer quality standard | RNIB

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6:51

Craig Brown, Blind Guitar Guy, Sight Loss Story.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/16

Craig Brown is from Leicester and lost his sight at the age of 30 as part of having type one diabetes. To help him cope with his sight loss, Craig took up learning to play the guitar and now wants to inspire others to do likewise. He also does some work with Vista, a local sight loss charity in Leicester who helped him come to terms with his sight loss. Jennifer Murray finds out more. Blind Guitar Guy's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565890252814 TikTok:

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7:52

S2 Ep911: Tesco Offers Work Experience For Blind And...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/15

‘Blind In Business’ are working with Tesco to offer work experience opportunities to young people aged 14 to 18. Hywel Davies has been finding out more about the scheme.For more information on the scheme, visit the Blind in Business website - Blind in Business » Blog Archive Tesco Work Experience applications Now Open! - Blind in Business

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S2 Ep910: That Funny Blind Guy Is Back On The Road Again

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/15

After a successful 2024, That Funny Blind Guy is back on tour and one of his stops will be at the Glasgow Comedy Festival in March 2025.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Jamie MacDonald about his busy 2024, including Celebrity Master Chef, and how he gets ready for live audiences. To find out more about Jamie’s work, go to www.jamiemacdonaldcomedian.com #RNIBConnect Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and

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9:37

S2 Ep908: Disability In Fairy Tales And Folklore With...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/15

Beth O'Brien is an author, poet and the founder Disabled Tales - a website which explores and discusses disabled characters in folklore and fairy tales. In part 1 of this 2 part interview, Amelia learns how disability is represented in folklore, how Disabled Tales began, and about their upcoming virtual symposium on the 24th and 25th February. Read and submit work on the Disabled Tales website - www.disabledtales.co.uk Learn more about Beth's debut novel 'Wolf Siren' on the Harper Collins

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S2 Ep909: Wolf Siren By Beth O'Brien

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/15

Beth O'Brien is an author, poet and the founder Disabled Tales - a website which explores and discusses disabled characters in folklore and fairy tales. In part 2 of this 2 part interview, Amelia learns about Beth's debut novel ‘Wolf Siren’ coming out on the 27th march . This re-telling of little red riding hood follows a partially sighted ‘Red’ on her journey into the forest. Learn more about Beth's debut novel 'Wolf Siren' on the Harper Collins website - Wolf Siren by Beth O’Brien –

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7:15

S2 Ep907: Social Media Update 14th January 2025

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/14

Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

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S2 Ep906: Alan Thorpe Certified Perkins Brailler Fixer

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/14

Now our Daivd Hogg chats to the last certified Perkins braille fixer in the UK, Alan Thorpe.Remember if your Perkins Braille from the RNIB is in need of repair and within its one-year guarantee then call the RNIB helpline. For out of guarantee repairs contact the RNC: perkins.brailler@rnc.ac.uk

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905: Share Your Views On The Future Of The NHS In...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/13

The UK Government has launched a major public consultation to gather views on how to make a health service fit for the future as part of their 10 Year Health Plan for England. Amelia spoke to Ross Meegan and Amy Craddock from the RNIB Policy and Campaigns team to learn how RNIB are making completing the consultation more accessible. Learn more about how to share your views on the consultation by going to the RNIB Website - Find out how to share your views on the future of the NHS IN England |

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5:04

S2 Ep904: BT Looking For Blind And Partially Sighted...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/13

BT are moving all analogue home phone services to their One Digital Voice system and they’re looking for blind and partially sighted people to help make the switch as smooth and accessible as possible. If you take part , you’ll also receive a £50 Amazon voucher as a thank you. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Vicky Hicks, Head of Engagement, for BT’s Digital Voice Programme to find out more. If you, or someone you know, would like to get involved, email

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8:21

S2 Ep903: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 11/01/25

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/10

Each week we sit down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity.For the first catch up of 2025 Matt began by reflecting on all the great coverage in both national and local press of how the RNIB and blind and partially sighted people had been celebrating World Braille Day on 4 January 2025, marking the day that Louis Braille was born, plus all the on-going Braille 200 events as we all mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his

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S2 Ep900: Charity’s Employment Team Scoop Major Award.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/10

UK sight loss charity RNIB, have picked up a major award for the work of their pre employment team. The accolade recognises the high quality work which goes into helping more blind and partially sighted people into the workplace. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to some of the team to learn more about their vital, and award winning, work. If your blind or partially sighted and would like more information about getting into employment, call 03031239999 You can also check out the website,

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S2 Ep902: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - A Christmas Carol: A...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/10

RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the first of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. Vidar was reviewing mark Gatiss’ retelling of Dickens’ classic winter tale with ‘A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story’ at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with description by professional Audio Describer Carolyn Smith for his first review of

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5:53

S2 Ep901: January Nature And Folklore

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/09

Explore the celebrations, folklore and natural changes of January in the winter warmer.Amelia discusses some tasty traditions, celebrating Scotland's most famous poet and listens out for bird calls. Learn more about January nature on the RSPB website - Nature's calendar January Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller

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